Sam Hall studied from 1985 to 1987 at the Harrogate College of Art and Design to obtain a BTEC National Diploma in Ceramics, then followed this up immediately with study for the BA Hons in Ceramics at Loughborough College of Art and Design.

He exhibits widely in London, Scotland and around the country, with dates as listed below for exhibitions in Cornwall. He has set up his studio at the Gaolyard Studios, St Ives.